Methylcyclohexane(MCH) seen as stable hydrogen carrier for shipping hydrogen; Gen2 Energy developing containers for compressed hydrogen.
Here’s an article posted in Maritime Executive that talks about the performance of Australia’s MCH and Norway’s Gen2 Energy in green shipping solutions.
According to the article,
- A demonstration project in Australia is producing hydrogen in a stable carrier for shipping to Japan.
- The new hydrogen carrier, methylcyclohexane (MCH), is produced using a proprietary low-cost method.
- Norwegian company Gen2 Energy is developing large compressed hydrogen carriers using containers.
Recent years have seen significant advancements in innovative hydrogen carriers, particularly focusing on liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs) and other chemical compounds that can store and transport hydrogen efficiently. Here are some notable examples:
- H18-DBT (Hydrogenious Technologies): This carrier is being used for fuel cell-powered maritime shipping. Hydrogenious Technologies has developed a system that allows for the storage of hydrogen in a liquid organic form, which can be easily transported and released when needed.
- Toluene: Chiyoda is developing processes to use toluene as a hydrogen carrier, which can facilitate hydrogen transport while utilizing existing oil and gas infrastructure.
- Benzyl Toluene Derivatives: Hydrogenious is commercializing these derivatives as hydrogen carriers, which are expected to provide efficient storage and transport solutions.
- Dimethyl Ether (DME): DME can also be used as a hydrogen carrier and has been noted for its potential in hydrogen storage applications. It can be produced from renewable sources, making it an attractive option for a sustainable hydrogen economy.
- Formic Acid (FA): Formic acid has gained attention for its ability to release hydrogen at lower temperatures compared to other carriers. It is being explored for its potential in CO2 capture and hydrogen storage, making it a dual-purpose solution in the context of climate change mitigation.
- Alkali Metal Salts of Phenol: Recent research has shown that these salts can reduce the energy required for hydrogen release, making them a viable option for future hydrogen carriers.
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